Too often mothers say don't waste your money on me. I don't need anything! Truly all we want is our children to be happy!!Still it's important to teach children how to treatyou, so they love and respect future partners!I often fought with my own mother about that,as she let my brother off the hook so easily!

Anita enjoys spending time with her mother and daughter

When I was young my expectations were at times

unrealistically high, and special occasions had

way more meaning. Now it's just another beautiful day,

and everything else is a wonderful bonus!

Three generations of cat ladies

There comes a time when a woman needs to buy

her own flowers and chocolates! Do what she

loves, and treat herself to something a bit

extravagant. Even if others don't acknowledge

shes worth it, she should never stop believing she is!!

Our Mothers Day bouquet we all enjoy!!

I usually send Happy Mothers Day greetings

to everyone.This year I held back for those

mothers that feel left out!! Just because

some Mothers aren't acknowledged with

reverence doesn't mean they don't

deserve the very best!!

Rose picks flower from her garden

Do you take charge of your life when

expectations aren't met?

Helga is a financial advisor

So last week my internet went down, albeit an adjustment we took a few days to replaceour router! The break in routine changedmy computer habits for the better I think!

Angela adores her cat

I've been working on two large canvasesfor my bedroom and they are still a work in progress. In the meantime I am sharing the many left over Happy Tiler peeps again this week!!

Molly buys herself flowers once a week

A fun thing about these characters is how their names promptly appear whenthey do! I tried to change a few but it was a no go!!It's kind of eerie how that works!! Many of the nameschosen I'd never pick in a million years.One insisted her favourite colour is green!Can you guess who that is?

My friend and neighbor was never able to have a child, though I know she tried ... and sadly, I think she would have been a marvelous Mother. But she makes up for it by doting on her nieces and nephews and my children and pets and everybody else's children and pets. And yet Mother's Day is a sad reminder of her loss and a quiet day in her house. She is the first person I think of on Mother's Day. She is so loved and her life is fulfilling, but she still feels this undeserved pain. Being a Mother isn't required to be celebrated as a Women ... I love your post today, it says so very much :)

I love your Happy Tiler peeps and the short descriptions you give of them. Their names fit perfectly, funny how that works! I really hope you're taking progress pictures of the large canvases for your bedroom. Can't wait to see them! Have a great week ♥

I love that for you everyday is Mothers day!I do hope those in laws include you in some holiday get togethers! Or that you and yours hold court on an alternate day to celebrate together! I dislike what I call Hallmark holidays that make one feel they have to celebrate (anything ) for someone is always going to feel left out. I also don't like feeling obligated to be there for someone on that "designated special day" if I don't feel like it. (For whatever reason) nor do I want to be " honored" out of obligation. Honor me when the spirit moves you and I will do the same! I adore your people, their outfits, roles and names you give them. I'd pick a favorite but I don't want to hurt any of the others feelings! 😊Happy Every Day!

Beautiful post and so well put. When I moved to a new place and put the men in my life way (both passed on) I began buying flowers once a week for me. Something neither of them did. The last one did once in awhile and it was truly a treasure when he did. Now I plant them outside. Sometimes you just have to celebrate You. I love all the ladies you introduced today. Blessings, Janet.

You really have a way with words, you seem to be able to express what others may just be thinking - or feeling! Thank you for this! I think this in particular really struck me: "Still it's important to teach children how to treatyou, so they love and respect future partners!" xoxo

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